Journeys & TransportationLets find out all about why we make journeys, how we travel, why we travel and what we need to take with us.
Journey Stories (Fiction) to read and enjoy
(You will need the Discovery Education username and password.)
Henry Hikes to Fitchburg (13:29) It isn't how fast you get somewhere, but what you do along the way: that's the philosophy behind this story about two friends who agree to meet 30 miles away in Fitchburg. In this story inspired by Thoreau's "Walden," Henry elects to take a very long nature walk, while his friend chooses to work to earn his train fare.
Angus Lost (11:53) Angus, a very curious and clever Scottish terrier, sets out on a series of adventures after wandering away from home. Although lost for a time, Angus finally manages to figure out how to get back to his owner, who is anxiously awaiting his return.
Make Way for Ducklings (11:00) In this timeless tale of family life, Mr. and Mrs. Mallard find the perfect spot to raise their young in Boston's Public Garden.
The Remarkable, Riderless, Runaway Tricycle (11:53) An exciting adventure takes place when police officers, a jogger, garbage men and townspeople give chase to a riderless tricycle. Despite its pursuers, the tricycle pedals home and is happily reunited with its owner.
Rosie's Walk (4:03) Against the strains of a catchy barnyard tune, a single-minded fox stalks an unsuspecting hen.
Where the Wild Things Are (7:03) Max is the hero of this beloved children's classic in which he makes mischief, sails away, tames the wild things and returns home for supper.
Information Clips (You will need the Discovery Education user name and password.)* *
Journey Stories (Fiction) to read and enjoy
(You will need the Discovery Education username and password.)Henry Hikes to Fitchburg (13:29) It isn't how fast you get somewhere, but what you do along the way: that's the philosophy
behind this story about two friends who agree to meet 30 miles away in Fitchburg. In this story inspired by Thoreau's "Walden," Henry elects to take a very long nature walk, while his friend chooses to work to earn his train fare.
Information Clips (You will need the Discovery Education user name and password.)* *
All About Transportation (22:30)
Salmon: The Upstream Battle (15:00)
Math Monsters: Mapping(15:00)
Websites to visit
Boogie Beebies Dances about Transportation
Google Maps
Barnaby's Day Trip to Paris (A story to read and listen to!)
Barnaby Down Under (A story to read and listen to!)
Games to Play
Travel Games with Buster
and then click on each car to drop the correct
letter in place to spell the word.)
Videos of songs
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